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+ JOB REQUIREMENTS

+ Education

+ High school graduate with business courses, medical terminology and word processing. Strong knowledge of medical record documentation and content, Joint Commission, State Health, HIPAA and HIM workflow. Prefer AHIMA credentials.

+ Experience

+ Three years management experience in a health information management area. Ability to keep current with various accrediting and regulatory agencies. Experience with electronic medical record systems, dictation and transcription systems, cancer registries and other information systems preferred. Education training in HIPAA, HIM Compliance preferred.

+ Physical

+ This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

+ Normal clinic environment. Close eye work and hearing within normal range. Oral communication. Operates computer and standard office equipment. Long periods of sitting. Occasional walking, bending, and climbing. May lift and carry up to 10 lbs.

+ JOB SUMMARY

+ This position is responsible for daily operations, staffing, budget accountability, planning and coordinating, and performance improvement of Medical Records Department. Ensures inpatient medical records are scanned into Meditech within specific timeframe while ensuring quality and integrity of the medical record. Responsible for physician delinquency system to include maintaining delinquent record compliance and positive communication with physicians and allied health staff. Ensures Release of Information processes meet required HIPAA and other regulatory guidelines while providing excellent customer service. This position will also assist the HIM Director with special projects and fill in for the HIM Director in their absence.